1959 Chrysler Imperial vs. 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis
To start off, 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Chrysler Imperial. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Chrysler Imperial would be higher. At 5,802 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Chrysler Imperial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (276 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (224 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Chrysler Imperial should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Chrysler Imperial weights approximately 524 kg more than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Chrysler Imperial (510 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Chrysler Imperial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Chrysler Imperial | 2006 Mercury Grand Marquis | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Imperial | Grand Marquis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5802 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1836 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6170 mm | 5390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3800 mm | 2920 mm |
